LEARN FROM ELIZABETH

Elizabeth, John the Baptist’s mum—she’s a total masterclass in faith and patience. She and her husband, Zechariah, were good people who lived right, but they were childless and getting on in years. In those days, being barren was a major cause of social stigma, but it never stopped them from walking blamelessly before God.

Then, God steps in with a miracle! The angel Gabriel tells Elizabeth she’s going to have a baby even in her old age. It was God’s way of showing He’s totally in charge, regardless of what our human limits say. For five months, Elizabeth basically stayed home, soaking it all in, recognising that God had finally taken away her shame.

Elizabeth’s story gives us a few key takeaways:

1. Life gets tough, even for the faithful. Your faith is what gets you through the hard stuff.
2. God’s timing is always perfect. Seriously, He doesn’t forget the things you’re praying for.
3. Don't miss the miracle. When a prayer finally gets answered, take a moment to truly appreciate that God came through.

We’re called to keep trusting God, even when it feels like we’re waiting forever. When He shows up, that long wait turns into the best kind of praise.